Nice........I added some guy line at the factory pad attachment loops to a light sheet. Your's is better though because the attachment location is a few inches deeper on the quilt which will be better for drafts. Nice work!

As someone who has three Zen Bivy sleep systems, I can say these MODS are excellent. I've emailed Zen Bivy asking about a UL 900 fill option for thru hikers and they politely said "if there is enough demand they would consider it". I'm a big fan of Zen Bivy and wish their products would be carried in places like REI etc. Thanks for sharing.

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that! I too would like to see these companies Carrie’s in store but as a former small business owner (I had 17 physical locations that carried my product) I completely understand why they would want to avoid that lol. Stores think they have a right to more profit as a simple reseller than the manufacture. It’s sad. But they are an awesome company. I’ve spoken to them a couple times as well.

Man, what you did is EXACTLY what I have been thinking about doing. I am 5'2", but not very skinny, and the Zenbivy Large or XL would be great for my in terms of width, but I don't need the extra length and I asked them, but they do not make custom sizes. EE DO make the custom sizes, have better FP and are a bit less expensive, so I really just wanted to combine these two systems and VOILA, here you are!!! I know I just had to somehow et loop onto the quilt, but was afraid I'd damage or rip the material in the process, so the webbing trick you showed solves that. Thank you so much for showing me this is possible. I f*ing love it!

@melaniewullaert4626

2 ай бұрын

PS: I feel like EE should just go and buy Zenbivy and make all of our dreams come true lol

This is what i love about the great internet :0). I will invest in a cheap quilt, but love the idea of the zenbivy and will someday go for a full system. This allows me to test the idea, and start on the zenbivy way in a reasonable way. Thx mate :+)

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Glad I could give you some ideas on how to help you out!

Thank, wide shoulders do make sleeping a challenge at times. Nice mods. I try it but as you said, I don’t know how to so! LOL

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Hahah that would definitely make it difficult for you.

Thank you for making this! So helpful and definitely not unnecessary.

Thanks for making the follow up demo! Looks great. I’ll try to copy!

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

No problem. Let me know if you have any questions.

Wow. U r going to sleep so well. Even on a sloped ground. I think many hikers will be very interested in your mods. Keep on.

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Only time will tell! Lol I have high hopes though. I think it’s going to work quite well for me.

One word...genius.

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Lol thanks. Id love to take credit for it but zenbivy really did all the hard work on that one.

Awesome mod! worth the weight and cost imo

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Completely agree! Can’t want to test it out for real!

Thanks for documenting the modification. I'm about to launch into modifying a couple different quilts to interface with the Light and Fast sheets I bought on Black Friday, and this gives me some ideas about making a clean modification.

Great minds think alike! I have the exact same quilt with the very same issue. Recently discovered the zenbivy and everyone is raving about it. I didn't think it looked like a hard mod to do, but hearing you confirm that is brilliant. I've been trying to find the enlightened clips available for 3D printing but no luck so far 😔

Hammock Gear has a lot of the clips and DIY stuff for great prices if ever needed. Good video! Thanks

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

For sure. Them, gossamer gear, Dutch ware, rip stop by the roll and even zpacks all have a lot of cool diy stuff. It’s just fun to make stuff and even more so when it can make things work better for your needs/wants.

@dustinthomson110

Жыл бұрын

@@AhonuiOutdoors absolutely! Love the hot rod too!

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

@@dustinthomson110 lol thanks. My dream car. Retirement present to myself. Got rid of the computer on wheels and now this is my daily driver. One I can actually fix when it breaks lol.

Order the Universal sheet and just switch out the quilts. I have the same issues as you and this is the best system to use for sure

Loved this! Doing what you need for a good nights sleep is key to a successful/enjoyable trip!

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated. I think between this and my pad change, it will be a night and day difference for my sleep this go around!

@Desertkns60

Жыл бұрын

P. S. The car in the back ground is amazing!!!!!

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

@@Desertkns60 lol, thank you. My dream car. Bought it as a retirement present to myself. It’s actually my daily driver haha. I got rid of my computer on wheels for one I can actually fix when it breaks.

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Oh man thanks for this video! Loved that you modified it to your needs. As I was looking at Zenbivy a few months ago, a light bed 25 25x77 became available and I jumped all over it. Heading down to Patagonia in a few weeks and can't wait to test it. The reason I really like your mod is because the Zenbivy quilt is on the heavier side and I know I can get a better quilt if I need a warmer one down the road to match it to the fast sheet and find a way to do this mod, so thanks again for sharing the info! Cheers and safe travels!

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

No problem. I’m glad you found the video helpful. I’m also intrigued to hear your thoughts on the light bed! Have fun in Patagonia!

This is exactly what I was thinking of. Thanks for the good explanation and video. The search for a lighter inexpensive quilt begins. Hope your trips go well.

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

It worked quite well. I have since changed to the 2 person pad so I could lighten my sons pack. Zen bivy makes a sheet ther size too so the mods still work haha

@pedalparadise4096

Жыл бұрын

@@AhonuiOutdoors So good. Have a great trip!

Thank you SO much for sharing, I think this is the perfect solution! I was planning to buy the EE Revelation, until I discovered the Zenbivy. I've really been struggling with which to buy - I want the functionality of the fast sheet but I like the EE quilts better (higher fill weights, more customization, short & extra wide option, etc). I can't believe I didn't think of this option, but now I definitely plan to steal it. Thanks for sharing your creativity and DIY attitude!

I was thinking of doing this since what I have is an EE quilt.

if only I knew how to sew 🙂 although it doesn't look that difficult, thanks. EDIT: do you remember whether this is the L or XL version of the fast sheet? I have a Big Agnes Rapide SL pad, and am wondering whether the L would fit. Thanks!

Absolutely. Only you knows what works for you. I'll be interested in how the BA sleep pad holds up on a thru hike. I hope it works well for you. John from MI

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Only time will tell!

Are you two planning a later start date to avoid the crazy weather.

Have you tried Velcro for the pillow problem? Great mods! Love my EE quilt and was thinking about doing something like this!

@AhonuiOutdoors

3 ай бұрын

I tried a strap once but it was obnoxious haha. Honestly, I switched to a bag and just solved all my problems 🤣

Hello, First, did you and your son complete the PCT? How was it? So cool you were doing this with your son. Second, this video is fantastic. I am built a lot like you and have been intrigued by EE and Zenbivy. Your video addresses trying to modify EE to work with Zen Bivy better than anything else I have seen. You are also direct, to the point and explain things very well. I am about to order an Enigma and fast sheet and then try to find somebody who can sew to help me get this done. How did it work for you and your son on the PCT? Thanks for the great info and your cool vibe!

@AhonuiOutdoors

3 ай бұрын

Hey, thank you, I’m glad this video worked for you. I enjoy making them. We actually only made it 20 miles on the Pct last year… haha but we are back out here this year and have just hit idylwild. We will be hitting the 200 mile mark by the weekend! The mod worked great but I will admit, I just straight switched to a bag this year and I don’t think I’ll go back to a quilt. Just can’t bear keeping in the heat and not losing it to the draft.

I love these mods. I just purchased an Elightened Equipment quilt, and realizing what you're saying for problems may be problems I'll face (I've never used a quilt, but I'm a side sleeper and have never slept well backpacking) I'm going to get a 25" wide sleeping pad. The fast sheet right now is only available on clearance in the 20" size - but I'm seeing the full "core sheet" and insulated full sheets on closeout in 25" wide - would I be bummed to carry that much extra? or would these be good solutions?

do you think silicone magnetic cable ties would work instead of sew ons? i cant sew. ive tried to add a link but it doesnt let me but if you google solicone magnetic cable ties youll see what i mean

Good video. On your quilt. Is that the wide or the extra wide?

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Hey. I don’t quite remember. It’s the biggest one they sold back in late 2018.

What size EE quilt do you use? I have about the same width shoulders and was deciding if the wide version would be wide enough

Great video - now the quilt is much better 🇩🇰🏕

@AhonuiOutdoors

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I think it will definitely serve me well.